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Special Bonus episdoe this week with Dave Boon Benton of Threat Management Solutions and you may also know him from his character of the same name in the movie, 13 Hours, The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi. Boon has over 24 years in military, law enforcement, and the intelligence community as well as working GRS, Ground Branch, for the CIA. He was one of the GRS in the security mission for the CIA annex and the terrorist attack on the US Special Mission in Benghazi, Libya that occured on Sept 11, 2012. In this conversation we talk about his training company, Threat Management Solutions and his thoughts on personal security, situational awareness, and the possible upcoming terror attacks on US soil. You can find Boon's training offerings here https://www.shootingclasses.com/threat-management-solutions/ You can find our sponsor, Absolute Security and Lock here http://www.absolutesecurityandlock.com You can find KDI Protective Services I mention here https://www.teamkdi.com You can find TDS merch here https://teespring.com/id/stores/distinguished-savage-podcast
On todays Zero Limits Podcast we chat with Dave “Boon” Benton, former US Marine Scout Sniper and Central Intelligence Agency Global Response Staff contractor, and Sarah Adams former Central Intelligence Agency Targeting Officer, as they recount their experience working in Benghazi, Libya and discuss the attacks on the American Diplomatic Compound and the nearby CIA Annex that killed four Americans. Dave and Sarah also share their insights about the attacker and talk about their forthcoming book Benghazi: Know Thy Enemy. About Boon: Boon was part of the CIA annex security team that responded to the September 11, 2012 terrorist attack on the US Special Mission in Benghazi, Libya. The team fought terrorists for more than 13 hours while saving more than 20 lives.About Sarah: Sarah was an Intelligence Analyst and Targeter with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). She also served as the Senior Advisor to the U.S. House of Representatives Select Committee on Benghazi, and was co-author of The Benghazi Committee Report.Let's GO!Support the show - https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=9LG48GC49TW38Website - www.zerolimitspodcast.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/zero.limits.podcast/?hl=en
Sarah Adams and Dave "Boon" Benton joined The Protectors POdcast TM to talk about their new book BENGHAZI: Know Thy Enemy (out now!) Very insightful discussion! About Sarah: Sarah was an Intelligence Analyst and Targeter with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). She also served as the Senior Advisor to the U.S. House of Representatives Select Committee on Benghazi, and was co-author of The Benghazi Committee Report.About Boon: Boon was part of the CIA annex security team that responded to the September 11, 2012 terrorist attack on the US Special Mission in Benghazi, Libya. The team fought terrorists for more than 13 hours while saving more than 20 lives. Link to book! Support the showMake sure to check out Jason on IG @drjasonpiccoloJason's book, UNWAVERING is out now!
Kris “Tanto” Paronto is a former Army Ranger and CIA Global Response Staff (GRS) operator conducting low profile security in high threat environments throughout the world. He was part of the CIA annex security team during the 2012 terror attacks on the US Special Mission in Benghazi, Libya which is portrayed in the movie “13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi.” He has deployed as a private security contractor to South American, Central America, the Middle East, and North Africa.Kris is a public speaker, author, host of the Battleline Podcast and most recently the founder of E3 Firearms Association.Where to find Kris:E3 Firearms Association https://www.e3firearmsassociation.com/Kris' website https://kristantoparonto.com/Kris' Books:The Ranger Way: Living the Code On and Off the Battlefield : https://amzn.to/3QyQkujThe Patriot's Creed: Inspiration and Advice for Living a Heroic Life : https://amzn.to/3pKpZhrMovie 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi : https://amzn.to/3QywDD6 Book 13 Hours https://amzn.to/3wzR9vhAfterburn Podcast: https://www.theafterburnpodcast.com/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-afterburn-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Kris is a former Army Ranger from 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment and a private security contractor who has part of the CIA annex security team that responded to the terrorist attack on the US Special Mission in Benghazi, Libya on September 11th, 2012, helping to save over 20 lives while fighting off terrorists from the CIA Annex for over 13 hours. He is the author of The Ranger Way and The Patriot's Creed and the co-author of 13 Hours, The Inside Account of What Really Happened in Benghazi the founder of the 14th Hour Foundation and Host of the Pro-Military Documentary TV series War Heroes. Ian returns to Liberty Monks for a second time and is the voice and a writer of various podcasts on the Narrative.FM platform. He has work for Sirius XM, other major media outlets, and narrating various audiobooks and commercials. www.libertymonks.com Facebook page Follow us on Twitter Listen on iTunes, Spotify and Anchor Show Notes: Click Below to listen to Kris and Ian on Battleline Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/battleline-podcast/id1486583326 Click Below to visit Kris "Tonto" Paronto's website https://kristantoparonto.com/
Kris “Tanto” Paranto is a former Army Ranger from 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment and private security contractor who has deployed throughout South America, Central America, the Middle East and North Africa. Paronto was part of the CIA annex security team that responded to the terrorist attack on the US Special Mission in Benghazi, Libya, September 11th, 2012, helping to save over 20 lives while fighting off terrorists from the CIA Annex for over 13 hours. Mr. Paronto's story is told in the book “13 Hours” written by Mitchell Zuckoff and his five surviving annex security team members.
In this podcast, Trish speaks with Kris "Tanto" on his journey through life, how his experiences taught him perseverance and determination through hard and trying times. Get advice from Tanto about facing change and taking the first step in life. He also gives us his full story, where he was born and raised. Why he decided to join the army and all the curve balls that life threw his way. Hear all the things that had to happen to land him in Benghazi as a military contractor, listen to his funny stories from filming 13 Hours, and how he views the movie.His immense bravery and strength are something to aspire to in day-to-day life."You won't get the momentum until you take that first step"Kris Paronto - “Tanto” as he is affectionately known in security contracting circles - is a former Army Ranger from 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment and private security contractor who has deployed throughout South America, Central America, the Middle East, and North Africa. He also worked with the US Government’s Global Response Staff conducting low profile security in high threat environments throughout the world.Kris was part of the CIA annex security team that responded to the terrorist attack on the US Special Mission in Benghazi, Libya, September 11th, 2012, helping to save over 20 lives while fighting off terrorists from the CIA Annex for over 13 hours. Kris’s story along with his brothers in arms from that night is told in the book 13 Hours, written by Mitchell Zuckoff.
Kris Tanto Paranto joins in the conversation to discuss his time in service, Benghazi and life after service. Kris Paronto - “Tanto” as he is affectionately known in security contracting circles - is a former Army Ranger from 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment and a private security contractor who has deployed throughout South America, Central America, the Middle East and North Africa. He also worked with the US Government’s Global Response Staff conducting low profile security in high threat environments throughout the world. Kris was part of the CIA annex security team that responded to the terrorist attack on the US Special Mission in Benghazi, Libya on September 11th, 2012, helping to save over 20 lives while fighting off terrorists from the CIA Annex for over 13 hours. Kris and his fellow brothers-in-arms story is told in the book 13 Hours written by Mitchell Zuckoff. Kris was born in Alamosa, Colorado, and obtained his Associate Degree from Dixie College (now Dixie State University) in St. George, Utah, Bachelor’s Degree from Mesa State College in Grand Junction, Colorado, and Master's Degree from The University of Nebraska at Omaha. He served 4 years in the US Army and an additional 4 years in the US Army National Guard; reaching the rank of Sergeant, then becoming a commissioned officer in 2003. He started contracting for Blackwater Security Consulting in 2003, and continued to deploy on various security contracts, including the Global Response Staff, until 2013. https://kristantoparonto.com/ https://kristantoparonto.com/podcast https://14thhourfoundation.org/ https://kristantoparonto.com/battleline-tactical
In this podcast episode, I take a break from the technical topics to which my readers and podcast listeners are accustomed. I wanted to interview someone from outside normal safety circles, someone that can bring a unique perspective on the values we want to hold as safety professionals: integrity, honesty, teamwork, never-quit attitude. Please be sure to listen to the interview as it is not transcribed here. Please read more about Kris below. Kris Paronto Kris Paronto - “Tanto” as he is affectionately known in security contracting circles - is a former Army Ranger from 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment and a private security contractor who has deployed throughout South America, Central America, the Middle East, and North Africa. He also worked with the US Government’s Global Response Staff conducting low profile security in high threat environments throughout the world. Mr. Paronto was part of the CIA annex security team that responded to the terrorist attack on the US Special Mission in Benghazi, Libya, September 11th, 2012, helping to save over 20 lives while fighting off terrorists from the CIA Annex for over 13 hours. Mr. Paronto’s story is told in the book “13 Hours” written by Mitchell Zuckoff and his five surviving annex security team members. The Patriot's Creed When Kris began talking with civilians about his experiences fighting the terrorist attack on the US State Department Special Mission Compound in Benghazi, Libya on September 11, 2012, he was surprised at how often people told him that the story of his extraordinary battle gave them the courage to face tough times in their everyday lives. "The odds were stacked against us that night but the truth is that we refused to quit and we beat them with faith, teamwork, and the principles that were first instilled in me when I joined the Army. You can find those in the Rangers Creed and the Army Values," he says, "and you don't have to be a Special Operations soldier to use them." In The Patriot's Creed, Kris uses the seven core Army Values that all soldiers learn in Basic Combat Training, and the experiences of other servicemen and women and First Responders, to explain how anyone can improve themselves, the world around them, and live a heroic life. The stakes are dramatic for the brave men and women who put their lives on the line to fight for America, and too many of their acts of courage and honor are unknown. The examples of their persistence and discipline will be inspiring to anyone facing seemingly insurmountable obstacles. At a time of national polarization, Kris draws attention to values all readers can share and use, and to the honor, integrity, and courage of true patriots who have gone to great lengths to protect and serve. They embody the best of us and make Kris Paronto proud to be an American soldier. The Ranger Way Thousands of people have heard Kris "Tanto" Paronto speak about his experiences in Benghazi on September 11, 2012. But before he was a security contractor, Tanto was a US Army Ranger from the 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment. Rangers are trained to lead by being pushed to their physical and mental limits so that they can perform against impossible odds in punishing situations. In THE RANGER WAY, Tanto shares stories from his training experiences that played a role in his team's heroic response in Benghazi as he explains the importance of demanding excellence when you commit to improving your life. He shows you how to define your mission, set goals that are in alignment with your values, and develop a battle plan that will maximize your chances of success. You will learn why you should never quit and why that is different from never failing. Tanto uses his experiences in Basic and Ranger Training to explore how to deal with mistakes and disappointment like a leader, accept responsibility, and turn every obstacle into an opportunity for growth. You will learn why being of service to others, and being willing to sacrifice, will help you succeed, and how the power of humility, strength, faith, and brotherhood will sustain you on the road to accomplishing your mission. 13 Hours The harrowing, true account from the brave men on the ground who fought back during the Battle of Benghazi. 13 HOURS presents, for the first time ever, the true account of the events of September 11, 2012, when terrorists attacked the US State Department Special Mission Compound and a nearby CIA station called the Annex in Benghazi, Libya. A team of six American security operators fought to repel the attackers and protect the Americans stationed there. Those men went beyond the call of duty, performing extraordinary acts of courage and heroism, to avert tragedy on a much larger scale. This is their personal account, never before told, of what happened during the thirteen hours of that now-infamous attack. Resources The Patriot's Creed The Ranger Way 13 Hours Book Kris for speaking events here More about Kris Hear the Interview Listen to this interview for Kris's perspective on life, the importance of aligning goals with the mission, and living a life of integrity no matter what obstacles you face. Let me know what you think of this episode on LinkedIn if you have used this app at all - be sure to @ mention Blaine J. Hoffmann or The SafetyPro Podcast LinkedIn page. You can also find the podcast on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
Chuck Woolery and Mark Young are joined by Benghazi hero Kris Paronto. Kris joins Chuck and Mark to discuss some of the events surrounding Benghazi and share more about what he has been doing recently. They start off by talking about confidence and being given the "hero" tag. Kris explains why he does not see himself as a hero and still thinks it's strange when he is recognized in public. Chuck and Mark share some thoughts on why that is different than today's younger generations. Mark moves the conversation into the events in Benghazi that almost cost Kris his life. Kris shares more about being abandoned by our government in a time of crisis and how military assets were available in the area but never accessed by the government. Also, Chuck and Mark ask Kris about his thoughts on our involvement in the middle east. He shares his experiences that illustrate why we should not be intervening. Kris adds that when we do get involved, we do not go in with intention of fixing the issue as quickly as possible. They finish up by discussing what Kris has been doing lately. They learn more about his latest book and newest series that will be released soon. Kris also shares more about his tactical weapons training that he has been doing across the country and what the classes offer. More about Kris Paronto: Kris Paronto - "Tanto" as he is affectionately known in security contracting circles - is a former Army Ranger from 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment and private security contractor who has deployed throughout South America, Central America, the Middle East and North Africa. He also worked with the US Government's Global Response Staff conducting low profile security in high threat environments throughout the world. Mr. Paronto was part of the CIA annex security team that responded to the terrorist attack on the US Special Mission in Benghazi, Libya, September 11th, 2012, helping to save over 20 lives while fighting off terrorists from the CIA Annex for over 13 hours. Mr. Paronto's story is told in the book 13 Hours, written by Mitchell Zuckoff and his five surviving annex security team members. Mr. Paronto was born in Alamosa, Colorado, and obtained his Associate Degree from Dixie College (now Dixie State University) in St. George, Utah, Bachelor's Degree from Mesa State College in Grand Junction, Colorado, and master's degree from The University of Nebraska at Omaha. He served 4 years in the US Army and an additional 4 years in the US Army National Guard reaching the rank of Sergeant, then become a commissioned officer in 2003. He started contracting for Blackwater Security Consulting in 2003 and continued to deploy on various security contracts, including the Global Response Staff until 2013. Mr. Paronto has been involved in security operations in hostile environments for over 10 years. His team's involvement with the September 11th, 2012 attack on the US special mission in Benghazi, Libya, was paramount in the saving of US lives and assets. He is a proven leader, teammate and friend to those who have deployed with him, and a devout father to three children. Connect with Kris Paronto: Website(s): www.KrisTantoParonto.com www.BattlelineTactical.com Facebook: @krisparonto13 Instagram: @official_kris_tanto_paronto
John "TIG" Tiegen was on his third trip to Benghazi, Libya for the CIA's GRS when the attack of September 11, 2012 occurred. TIG was part of the CIA annex security team that responded to the terrorist attack on the US Special Mission. He directly saved the lives of many on his team, and was paramount in saving over 2 dozen lives while fighting off terrorists from the US Special Mission and the CIA Annex for over 13 hours. TIG received the Award For Heroism and Valor in recognition of his bravery. He is the co-author of 13 Hours along with members of the Annex Security team and NYT's best-selling author, Mitchell Zuckoff. He also consulted on the movie 13 Hours The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi and helped with the set design and the movie script. He could have walked away from his work after that night. He could have turned his back on the country he feels betrayed by - but instead, he returned to work, and continues doing his part to serve others. Today TIG and his wife - also a veteran and a former contractor - run Beyond the Battlefield, a non-profit organization designed to help veterans struggling with the aftermath of combat. Read the full article, watch the video, and more here
Episode 151: Kris "Tanto" Paronto - 13 Hours: A Secret Soldier Of Benghazi Kris Paronto - “Tanto” as he is affectionately known in security contracting circles - is a former Army Ranger from 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment and private security contractor who has deployed throughout South America, Central America, the Middle East and North Africa. He also worked with the US Government’s Global Response Staff conducting low profile security in high threat environments throughout the world. Mr. Paronto was part of the CIA annex security team that responded to the terrorist attack on the US Special Mission in Benghazi, Libya, September 11th, 2012, helping to save over 20 lives while fighting off terrorists from the CIA Annex for over 13 hours. Mr. Paronto’s story is told in the book “13 Hours” written by Mitchell Zuckoff and his five surviving annex security team members. Michael Bay directed the movie (based on the book) titled "13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi" Episode 151: Kris "Tanto" Paronto - 13 Hours: A Secret Soldier Of Benghazi Subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher Radio The Learning Leader Show “I Will Never Ask You To Do Something I wouldn't Do Myself" In This Episode, You Will Learn: Being selfless, of service to others, and sacrificing will help you sustain excellence Humility, strength, and faith have led to Tanto's success and his ability to stay alive "The best leaders continually learn" All of the death he saw in Iraq and other war zones helped prepare him for the Benghazi attacks How accurate the movie "13 Hours" was to what happened in real life How often he still speaks with the other soldiers from that night Did he really wear shorts (like the movie portrays) that night? If so, why? "Rangers are experts at belt fed weapons" Why they were forced to wait 25 minutes at the annex prior to leaving What it was like hearing on the radio, "GRS (his group), where are you? We are going to F'n die" Tanto's thoughts Hillary Clinton's leadership (not good) Why there were forced to sign 2 non-disclosures -- including one at the memorials The amount of money you can make in 9 months as a security contractor What happens when you come home from a job over seas and how it negatively impacts your life How PTSD has impacted him The CIA fired him for telling his story publicly -- telling the truth Tanto and his teammates voted... They all chose to tell the truth -- And it got them fired What it's like to be in the audience for one of Tanto's speeches “Hillary Clinton is a failed leader. This is not a political statement. She is a sociopath." - Kris "Tanto" Paronto Continue Learning: Read: 13 Hours Watch: 13 Hours - The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi Follow Tanto on Twitter: @KrisParonto To Follow Me on Twitter: @RyanHawk12 You may also like these episodes: Episode 078: Kat Cole – From Hooters Waitress To President of Cinnabon Episode 071: Nate Boyer - Green Beret, Texas Football, The NFL Episode 047: David Marquet - "Turn The Ship Around" Episode 107: Simon Sinek – Leadership: It Starts With Why Did you enjoy the podcast? If you enjoyed hearing Kris "Tanto" Paronto on the show, please don’t hesitate to send me a note on Twitter or email me. Episode edited by the great J Scott Donnell Bio From kristantoparonto.com Kris Paronto - “Tanto” as he is affectionately known in security contracting circles - is a former Army Ranger from 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment and private security contractor who has deployed throughout South America, Central America, the Middle East and North Africa. He also worked with the US Government’s Global Response Staff conducting low profile security in high threat environments throughout the world. Mr. Paronto was part of the CIA annex security team that responded to the terrorist attack on the US Special Mission in Benghazi, Libya, September 11th, 2012, helping to save over 20 lives while fighting off terrorists from the CIA Annex for over 13 hours. Mr. Paronto’s story is told in the book “13 Hours” written by Mitchell Zuckoff and his five surviving annex security team members. Michael Bay directed the movie (based on the book) titled "13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi"
Kris Paronto fought in three fire fights as part the CIA annex security team that responded to the terrorist attack on the US Special Mission in Benghazi, Libya, September 11th, 2012, helping to save over 20 lives while fighting off terrorists from the CIA Annex for over 13 hours. Mr. Paronto’s story is told in the book “13 Hours” written by Mitchell Zuckoff and his five surviving annex security team members.
I talk with Kris "Tanto" Paronto, who was part of the CIA annex security team that responded to the terrorist attack on the US Special Mission in Benghazi, Libya, September 11, 2012, helping to save over 20 lives while fighting off terrorists from the CIA Annex for over 13 Hours. His story is told in the book "13 Hours" written by Mitchell Zukoff and his five fellow surviving annex security team members. For more information about the book "13 Hours: The Inside Account of What Really Happened in Benghazi" by Mitchell Zukoff with the Annex Security Team, go to http://twelvebooks.com/catalog/13hours/. Kris "Tanto" Paronto has been involved in security operations in hostile environment for over ten years. He is a former Army Ranger from the 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment and private security contractor who has deployed throughout South America, Central America, the Middle East, and North Africa. He also worked with the U.S. Government's Global Response Staff conducting low profile security in high threat environment throughout the world.